New Delhi: A two-week Capacity Building Programme on Project and Risk Management for Public Works at the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), Mussoorie, India. Organized in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, the program aims to enhance the skills of officers from the Republic of Tanzania in effective project and risk management.
A total of 39 officers representing various organizations and ministries in Tanzania, including the National Roads Agency, Ministry of Energy, and Planning Commission, are participating in the program. This initiative underscores India’s commitment to fostering bilateral ties and promoting cooperation with other nations, in line with the philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ or “The world is one Family.”
In his inaugural address, Shri V. Srinivas, Director General of NCGG and Secretary, Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), highlighted the evolving landscape of governance and the transformative role of technology in enhancing governance efficiency. He shared insights into India’s governance models, including advancements in fintech and public grievance redressal mechanisms.
Mr. George Nsavike Ndatta, Head of the Tanzanian delegation, expressed gratitude to the Indian Government for providing this valuable opportunity for knowledge exchange. He emphasized the importance of empowering officers to implement effective projects that contribute to the country’s development.
Dr. B.S Bisht, Associate Professor and Course Coordinator, elaborated on the program’s objectives and curriculum, designed to equip officers with essential skills in project and risk management. The program covers a wide range of topics, including project selection, formulation, and risk management, with immersive field visits to key project sites across India.